Network Communications Projects Engineer - UMass Amherst - Another Source

Join the vibrant community at UMass Amherst as a Network Communications Project Engineer on-site in Amherst, MA. This role offers the opportunity to oversee IT infrastructure projects in the Design and Construction Management division at a nationally ranked public research university. The incumbent will manage projects ranging from $25 million to over $100 million, including the development of new infrastructure for a brand-new building! This position promises the chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the university's IT landscape within a vibrant academic community. Seize this opportunity to thrive in an independent environment where your self-motivation, problem-solving skills, and project management expertise will be key!

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Another Source’s client, UMass Amherst, is recruiting a Network Communications Project Engineer to join their team in Amherst, MA. This is a great opportunity for you to contribute to the vibrant community of a nationally ranked public research university and play a pivotal role in shaping its future. 

Here’s a little about UMass Amherstand the position they are recruiting for:   

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.  

What’s in it for you:   

UMass Amherst offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit package including health, dental, and vision insurance; life and long-term disability insurance; generous paid time off; tuition remission; and robust retirement options. Benefits : Human Resources : UMass Amherst  

Salary Information: 

Grade 30 

About the role: 

The Network Communications Projects Engineer has responsibility for all inside and outside networking cable plant including both twisted copper pair and fiber-optic cable as well as pathway (conduit, duct-bank, etc.). The Network Communications Projects Engineer is responsible for project management, estimating, design, preparation of drawings, specifications and contract documents for networking and IT projects as well as oversight of outside IT designers used by Design and Construction Management and other departments. The incumbent will work with the Network Communications team overseeing move, add and change work for networks on campus as well as emergency cable repairs as part of the engineering team.  

Essential Functions: 

• Review the work of outside contracted design and installation services and contractors to ensure proper performance and quality.  
• Coordinate and oversee IT installation projects with other University agencies such as Space Planning, Facilities Planning, Physical Plant, EH& S, and the State Department of Public Safety to optimize building systems safety, efficiency and maintainability.  
• Prepare, review, approve, and plans and specifications of IT infrastructure design work. Prepare contract documents and specifications as needed. Administer projects. Responsible for the overall performance and final outcomes of projects. Ensure proper documentation  
• Design cable installations for new buildings and renovated areas in accordance with University, National and International standards.  
• Set and maintain standards for campus IT installations for present and planned campus IT work.  

• Coordinate with the State Division of Capital and Asset Management (DCAM), the State Building Inspector, UMBA and other State, Federal and Local agencies on assigned projects to keep assigned projects in compliance with all relevant codes and laws.  
• Develop and review and administer contracts with non-University cable plant installers to ensure compatibility with University standards and requirements.  
• Plan, design and administer licensing and permit applications for all the University’s off-campus aerial cabling systems with appropriate public utility companies and town authorities.  
• Work and consult with faculty, staff and students to determine existing conditions and establish project requirements for developing scopes of work for projects.  
• Manage and conduct feasibility studies for design projects including factors involving building utilities such as cooling loads and power availability.  
• Maintain current knowledge of all applicable regulations and codes regarding network and cabling systems design and knowledge of technical developments.  

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering and 5 years’ experience designing and managing large, complex cabling systems, preferably in a higher education/ institutional environment.  
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of Massachusetts, or ability to obtain MA registration within one year, if registration is out of state.  
• Certification as BICSI RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) or qualifications necessary to obtain certification within one year.  
• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communications, word processing and data management systems, spreadsheet applications and AutoCAD.  
• Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate the work of other design professionals, consultants and contractors and experience supervising technical staff and skilled tradespeople.  
• Strong attention to detail and correct documentation.  
• Must have home internet access.  
• Must have the physical ability to access work sites.   
• Valid Class D Driver’s License required.   

Another Source works with their clients, on a retained project basis.  We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As you read through the job posting and review the list of qualifications (required and/or preferred), please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us.  

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